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NRCC Ads Target Over Trump Tariffs, White House Hits China

7/29/2026

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The NRCC launched a Tuesday ad campaign targeting Democrats in 15 districts across seven states, showing “China first. America last” and linking opposition to President Donald Trump’s tariffs with support for China.
The White House announced new tariffs on 60 partners, including China, at 10%-12.5% duties for alleged labor violations.
A CNBC poll of 1,000 voters found 60% disapproved of Trump’s economic handling and 73% rated the economy poor.

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The NRCC launched a Tuesday ad campaign targeting Democrats in 15 districts across seven states, showing “China first. America last” and linking opposition to President Donald Trump’s tariffs with support for China.
The White House announced new tariffs on 60 partners, including China, at 10%-12.5% duties for alleged labor violations.
A CNBC poll of 1,000 voters found 60% disapproved of Trump’s economic handling and 73% rated the economy poor.